As the sports car market continues to rapidly grow, it comes as no surprise that the four-door sports car market has also seen so many excellent entries onto the scene with manufacturers from all over the world competing against each other. High-performance cars also tend to carry a pretty hefty price tag, with cars such as the ’24 Audi RS5 Sportback starting at $78,900.
While the price tags do indeed come with some staggering performance, luckily for us, the manufacturers who compete in the four-door sports car scene also produce much more affordable cars that still produce a fantastic performance for half the price of the likes of the Audi, offering great value for money. From Japanese brands to German automakers, here are 10 high-performance four-door sports cars with a starting price under $40,000.
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In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources, including Car and Driver. The entries into this list are ranked from highest to lowest, based on their starting MSRP.
1 2024 BMW 228i
MSRP: $38,400
The first German entry into this list comes out of Munich, in the form of the ’24 BMW 228i. The coupe version of the 2 series made massive strides in the two-door sports car scene, with the four-door versions also keeping the 2 series nameplate competitive in the larger category with the Gran Coupe. Despite being close to the $40,000 mark, the ’24 228i makes a great case for being so close.
Performance Specifications
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Engine |
2.0-Liter Turbocharged Four-Cylinder |
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Transmission |
8-Speed Automatic |
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Horsepower |
228 HP |
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Torque |
258 LB-FT |
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Driveline |
FWD or AWD |
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0-60 MPH |
6.3 Seconds |
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Top Speed |
152 MPH |
(Data was collected from BMW)
The base BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comes with a gutsy 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, managing to produce 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, which is plenty of power to shift the larger Gran Coupe down the road. The ’24 22i should be smooth as you need a daily driver to be, making it great for both short trips and long runs. As well as its impressive performance, the 228i is also a luxury sedan, finding a wonderful balance between speed and comfort.
Pros
- Sleek, classic BMW exterior styling and a great deal of luxury inside.
- Plenty of power to have fun in all conditions
- A great deal of comfort to go with the power.
Cons
- The standard front-wheel-drive is not as good as the optional all-wheel-drive
- The standard safety features fall short of its competitors.
